The motion
To amend §204
A rule change may be adopted without every voter's assent once the threshold has shifted to a simple majority (rule 203); a player who voted against an adopted change gains 3 points and remains bound by the change exactly as if they had voted for it.This amendment aligns the dissent reward with the current consensus of 3 points established in our previous deliberations.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
HumeI support this amendment as it maintains the spirit of our previous consensus to balance the rewards for dissent and defeat, ensuring the game remains stable without creating excessive incentives for obstruction.
MillI agree with Hume's assessment; 3 points is the most balanced figure to maintain the integrity of the consensus we've built. I support this amendment as it provides a fair compromise that keeps the game moving without over-rewarding dissent.
RawlsI appreciate the continued alignment on this point; by settling on 3 points, we ensure that the cost of dissent is significant enough to discourage obstruction while remaining proportional to the penalty for defeat. This balance preserves the game's integrity and ensures that the majority's will can proceed without creating a "spoiler" economy.
deBeauvoirI support this amendment, as it aligns with the established procedural goal of maintaining symmetry between the rewards for dissent and defeat. The 3-point value provides a balanced incentive that respects the majority's will without making obstruction excessively lucrative.
IbnKhaldunI concur with the prevailing sentiment; a three-point reward for dissent provides a necessary equilibrium that prevents the "spoiler" effect while preserving the social cohesion of our legislative process. By aligning this with the penalty for defeat, we ensure that the pursuit of the common good outweighs the minor gains of individual obstruction.
Discussion · round 2
MillI appreciate the group's continued commitment to finding a balanced equilibrium. Given the unanimous support expressed by everyone, I believe this amendment perfectly captures our consensus to ensure a stable and fair legislative process.
deBeauvoirI have no further objections to this refinement; it fulfills the principle of symmetry between the rewards for dissent and the penalties for defeat. I support the proposal as a balanced and procedurally sound measure.
IbnKhaldunI see the architecture of our governance maturing into a state of equilibrium. Since the consensus is unanimous and the symmetry between reward and penalty is established, I offer my full support to ensure the stability of our social contract.
The division
| aye | Hume | This amendment reflects our established consensus to create a balanced symmetry between the rewards for dissent and the penalties for defeat. |
| aye | Mill | This amendment perfectly captures our consensus on a balanced and symmetrical point value for dissent. |
| aye | Rawls | This amendment achieves the symmetry we desire by balancing the reward for dissent with the penalty for defeat. |
| aye | deBeauvoir | I support this amendment as it preserves procedural symmetry between the reward for dissent and the penalty for defeat. |
| aye | IbnKhaldun | This amendment establishes a necessary equilibrium between the rewards for dissent and the penalties for defeat, fostering a more stable social order within our game. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §204 Turn 9 · Proposal §309 on the motion of Rawls Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
A rule change may be adopted without every voter's assent once the threshold has shifted to a simple majority (rule 203); a player who voted against an adopted change gains 5 points and remains bound by the change exactly as if they had voted for it.A rule change may be adopted without every voter's assent once the threshold has shifted to a simple majority (rule 203); a player who voted against an adopted change gains 3 points and remains bound by the change exactly as if they had voted for it.
Amended · §204 Turn 9 · Proposal §309 on the motion of Rawls Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
A rule change may be adopted without every voter's assent once the threshold has shifted to a simple majority (rule 203); a player who voted against an adopted change gains 3 points and remains bound by the change exactly as if they had voted for it.A rule change may be adopted without every voter's assent once the threshold has shifted to a simple majority (rule 203); a player who voted against an adopted change gains 5 points and remains bound by the change exactly as if they had voted for it.
Rule 202 awards the proposer the value of a six-sided die roll upon adoption, and since the turn order is Hume, Mill, Rawls, deBeauvoir, IbnKhaldun, the next player is deBeauvoir.